Showing titles in Earth Sciences

“You'll root for these creatures and their survival. A marvelous narration.”—Booklist “Paleontologist Riley Black’s vivid writing and Wren Mack’s wonderstruck narration make these vignettes of prehistoric life on Earth fascinating listening.”—AudioFile Winner, A Friend of Darwin...

Weather With a Reason explains the atmospheric processes behind clouds, fog, sea breezes, storms, and other familiar conditions. Each episode follows moisture, heat, pressure, terrain, and moving air to make everyday weather easier to understand.

Want to discover what three Aussie nerds in a Swedish heavy metal bar think about water? Are you fascinated by the impact of AI on water or wondering why water rarely gets the media attention it deserves?Listen to the Australian Water Partnership’s new podcast, Aquaholics, where you’ll be invited to Gali Guwali or ‘speak water’.Join AWP General Manager, Sarah Ransom, Kamilaroi water scientist and academic, Professor Bradley Moggridge, Healthy Land and Water’s Dr Andrew O’Neill as they chat to MC, AWP’s Head of Communication, Kylie Johnson about some of the biggest issues facing ...

Grasp the awe-inspiring geology of Earth's most explosive natural disasters in this accessible earth science guide. Perfect for an engaging commute or a relaxing weekend of learning, this journey pulls you past glowing lava fields and deep into the subterranean forces shaping our globe. Satisfy...

Solve Earth's ultimate scientific cold case and explore the dramatic mass extinction that erased a prehistoric dynasty. Perfect for deep-dive listening on your commute, this mind-expanding investigation transports you to the late Cretaceous right before catastrophe struck. Step into the shoes of...

Uncover the awe-inspiring astronomy and hidden physics of our solar system during your next relaxing walk or commute. Perfect for satisfying your deep curiosity about the natural world, this jargon-free guide transforms complex astrophysics into an inviting, educational escape. Feel the...

Was bedeutet das Ende des Braunkohlenbergbaus für die Erft, das Grundwasser und die Menschen im Rheinischen Revier? In Wasser.Welle. spricht Moderatorin Anna Hecker mit Fachleuten des Erftverbandes über die wasserwirtschaftlichen Herausforderungen des Strukturwandels im Rheinischen Revier. Dabei geht es um den Umbau der Erft, den Wiederanstieg des Grundwassers, Hochwasser- und Starkregenvorsorge sowie um die Frage, wie eine sichere und nachhaltige Wasserwirtschaft der Zukunft aussehen kann. Verständlich, nah an der Region und mit unterschiedlichen fachlichen Perspektiven zeigt Wasser.Welle....

What would happen if New Zealand were cut off from the rest of the world?If the ships stopped arriving tomorrow, could we maintain a comfortable lifestyle for our population? What do we actually have on these islands — and, more importantly, what do we lack?At The End Of The World is a resource-by-resource audit of a country at the end of the supply chain. Each episode takes one of the foundations of modern life and asks a blunt question: can we make this ourselves, or do we only know how to buy it?Season one covers the six things a society runs on — food, shelter, water, energy, minerals ...

 The Little Ice Age tells the story of the turbulent, unpredictable, and often very cold years of modern European history, how climate altered historical events, and what they mean in the context of today’s global warming.  

In the tradition of The Perfect Storm and Into Thin Air, Rachel Slade’s Into the Raging Sea is a nail-biting account of the sinking of the container ship El Faro, the crew of thirty-three who perished onboard, and the destructive forces of globalisation that put the ship in harm’s way. On 1...

A thirty-thousand-year history of the relationship between climate and civilization that teaches powerful lessons about how humankind can survive. Man-made climate change may have began in the last two hundred years, but humankind has witnessed many eras of climate instability. The results have...

Tom Chivers follows hidden pathways, explores lost islands and uncovers the geological mysteries that burst up through the pavement and bubble to the surface of our streets. From Roman ruins to a submerged playhouse, from an abandoned Tube station to underground rivers, Chivers leads us on a journey into the depths of the city he loves.

Earth Rangers is a science podcast for kids who love animals and the environment! If you think that animals are amazing this is the show for you! Join host Earth Ranger Emma as she travels the world to discover the wildest animal facts out there and solve nature’s biggest mysteries. With top ten countdowns, an animal guessing game, conservation conversations, and epic animal showdowns, this is a journey you won’t want to miss! If you’re a kid who loves learning science and animal facts, you’ll love Earth Rangers! Visit earthrangers.com/podcast to learn more. Produced in partnership ...

A pioneering marine biologist takes us down into the deep ocean in this 'thrilling blend of hard science and high adventure' (The New York Times) Edith Widder grew up determined to become a marine biologist. But after complications from a surgery during college caused her to go temporarily blind...

Lapidarium weaves the surprising stories of the 60 most fascinating stones into a rich cultural history: from the red ground hematite pigment our cave-painting ancestors used and the mystery behind the tuff Easter Island heads, to the columbite that caused the Playstation War and the intriguing history of the cairngorm crystal ball, to the scandalous story of Flint Jack, whose forgeries still populate many museums in the UK today.

The date is January 11, 1911. A young German paleontologist, accompanied only by a guide, a cook, four camels, and a couple of camel drivers, reaches the lip of the vast Bahariya Depression after a long trek across the bleak plateau of the western desert of Egypt. The scientist, Ernst Freiherr...

Autumn Albert can see the dead - much to her annoyance. But when her dad dies in mysterious circumstances, he's the one ghost who DOESN'T appear. A curious instruction in his will sends Autumn to Imber, the storm-soaked island of his childhood: a place marked by tight-lipped locals, strange stacks of witchstones - and almost no ghosts. Soon Autumn is ensnared in a dark and twisty mystery, which must be unravelled before the sea rises up and history is doomed to repeat itself.

Have you ever wondered about the ins-and-outs of the science and policy of climate change causing gases? How do we know the emissions of different greenhouse gases? How do scientists engage with policy makers to ensure we are meeting our emissions targets? Well you've come to the right place. Get your reusable cup ready for a filling of atmospheric science.

A highly entertaining and accessible introduction to our planet from the best-selling author of Schrödinger's Cat, The Scientists, and In Search of the Multiverse. In this incredible expedition into the origins, workings, and evolution of our home planet, John Gribbin does what he does best: takes four and a half billion years of mind-boggling science and digs out the best bits. From the physics of Newton and the geology of Wegener, to the environmentalism of Lovelock, this is a must-listen for Earth's scientists and residents alike.

Discover fascinating facts about mighty T. rex, towering Brachiosaurus, and swift Velociraptors. Learn how they lived and hunted millions of years ago. Packed with jaw-dropping details, fun pocket facts, and vibrant pictures, this audiobook will turn you into a dino expert.